Women's Health Physical Therapist (located at 170th & Frances St)

Summary: Pelvic Health Physical Therapist

Evaluates men’s and women’s health patients with known or suspected health conditions and performs therapeutic treatment procedures as indicated.  Makes patient referrals to other health care agencies/disciplines as indicated.  Instructs patients, family members, and caregivers in individualized activity programs designed to maximize functional abilities. Completes timely documentation. Employee is also responsible for supporting the mission, goals, and vision of Creighton Therapy and Wellness.

 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Education/ Licensure/ Certifications: Graduation from a physical therapy education program is required. Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice Physical Therapy by the Nebraska State Department of Health is required. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required. Experience in women’s and men’s health/pelvic health physical therapy preferred. ABPTS Board-Certification in women’s health physical therapy (WCS) and/or pelvic health certification preferred. Displayed proficiency in the use of common physical therapy standardized assessments, an understanding of pelvic floor function and pathophysiology, and the use of treatment procedures associated with pelvic floor dysfunctions is required prior to and following hire. Experience with marketing/advertising specialty services to other healthcare professionals preferred. Completion of HIPAA and immunization requirements prior to patient care is required. Completion of NPI number; insurance plan credentialing; and children and vulnerable adult training prior to independent patient care are required. Completion of background check and drug screen during the pre-employment process is required.

Physical Requirements:      Requires frequent walking and standing; requires sitting at a work-station or desk; work may include occasional pushing and/or pulling, lifting, and carrying objects weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires getting on/off the floor and/or on/off equipment. Requires physical ability to move, lift, and transport patients and equipment.

Mental Demands: Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests.  Ability to resolve conflict amongst staff and to work collaboratively with clinic director, clinic manager, front office support specialist, clinic student technicians, clinic staff (including occupational therapists, other physical therapists, and speech pathologists), referring physicians, and other members of the healthcare team. Ability to concentrate and focus on projects. Possesses creative systems thinking to ensure operational efficiency. Ability to problem solve and make decisions. Self-control and stress tolerance in dealing with multiple requests and conflicting demands from multiple customers. 

Special Demands: Demonstrates clear verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills, especially in recording evaluations and patient progress notes.  Functions effectively and efficiently under stress with frequent interruptions.  Requires minimal sustained direction in carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities.  Self-starting and self-motivating. Ability to work collaboratively with other therapy disciplines and co-treat/coordinate care as needed. Uses the clinic documentation system independently following training/orientation.

Ages of Patients Served:      Provides patient care or has patient interaction to specific population of patients including all ages related to specialty area of practice

OSHA Category: T here is minimal or no potential risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens.

Physical Requirements:
Seeing: 75 – 100%
Hearing: 75 – 100%
Standing/Climbing/Mobility: 75 – 100%
Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 50 – 74 % (40 lbs.)
Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: 0 – 24%
Travel: No
Exposure to Blood Borne pathogens: Yes
AAP/EEO Statement:
Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.
Disclosure Statement:
This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.